Snowy peaks, warm emotions, and cold Alpine air – Above the Snow by the independent studio Above the Desk has earned the title of Grand Winner in the Best PC Game – City Builder category at the NYX Game Awards 2025 (Season 2). Once again, Polish indie games shine bright on the global stage – alongside Above the Snow, titles like Hotel Galactic and Nobody Wants to Die were also recognized.
Polish City Builder Triumphs at NYX Game Awards 2025
“Winning the Grand Winner award is an incredible honor that confirms the passion and countless hours our team put into Above the Snow,” says Michał Wasiak, CEO of Above the Desk. “We wanted to create a cozy winter city builder that challenges players with tough decisions and rewards clever thinking. This award gives us a huge boost to keep going.”
NYX Game Awards is an international competition honoring the most creative and innovative projects in the gaming industry. This year’s edition saw hundreds of entries from over 30 countries – from the USA and Japan to Sweden and Australia – all judged anonymously to ensure fairness and integrity.
About Above the Snow
For Above the Snow, this award is not only a prestigious accolade but also proof that Polish city builders are gaining momentum worldwide. The game combines management and narrative elements – players lead a group of friends running a mountain hotel during an approaching “winter of the century.” They must care for guests manage reputation and ensure survival against the cold. You can add Above the Snow to Your Steam Wishlist now.
